2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1988 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 1988 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DTS | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
